3-Week Grief Class
Every Wednesday
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - Wednesday, November 20, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: Serenity Home
“You’re Not Crazy-You’re Grieving”
3-Week Grief Class led by Dana Cox
Wednesdays: November 6, 13, and 20
4:00pm-5:30pm at the Serenity Home
(1658 S. IL Route 2 • Oregon, IL)
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Please call 815-732-4111 to sign up.
Following a significant loss, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and disoriented due to the sudden absence of a loved one. The initial one to two years of grieving can be incredibly painful and bewildering. During this time:
- Shock may persist for weeks or months, causing a distorted sense of time.
- Feelings of powerlessness, confusion, and ineffectiveness may arise.
- Difficulty concentrating and accomplishing tasks may be experienced.
- Mood swings and erratic behavior might occur.
- Crying and clinging to the belongings of the deceased person may happen.
- Vivid dreams and perceived communications from the departed person may be encountered.
- Doubts about the future and the ability to move forward may arise.
Despite these challenges, it’s crucial to recognize that these reactions are part of the grieving process. While the early stages of a significant loss can be daunting, this class can provide support. Based on the book of the same name by renowned grief counselor, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, we will learn six essential steps that can help make our days during deep grief a bit more manageable.
